early 15c., from Old French rural (14c.), from Latin ruralis of the countryside, from rus (genitive ruris) open land, country, from PIE *reue- to open; space (see room (n.)).
Victoria cast: Jenna Coleman and the stars of ITV's new drama Victoria cast: Jenna Coleman and the stars of ITV's new drama ITV'S new period drama Victoria follows the early life of Queen Victoria, from her ascension to the throne aged 18 through to her marriage to Prince Albert.
For the play, see Victoria Regina (play). Victoria (Alexandrina Victoria; 24 May 1819 â 22 January 1901) was Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from 20 June 1837 until her death. From 1 May 1876, she adopted the additional title of Empress of India.